Meridian maintains this dataset from the Office for National Statistics’ public files, and holds the ons namespace until the Office for National Statistics claims it.
Codes are ONS's plain digits, stored as text (1111), the form the Labour Force Survey carries. Each code is its parent's code with one more digit: a unit group 1111 sits under the minor group 111, the sub-major group 11 and the major group 1.
ONS's coding index of job titles and its SOC 2010 to SOC 2020 relationship tables are published beside this list as ons.soc_2020_titles and ons.soc_2010_to_2020.
Each row is one group of the UK Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020), from the Volume 1 workbook of the Office for National Statistics (ONS).[1] The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC), first introduced in 1990, is maintained by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).[2] The Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) is the current Standard Occupational Classification for the UK, published in three volumes.[3]
| 1 | 1 | major | 0 | Managers, directors and senior officials | Managers, directors and senior officials | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | This major group covers occupations whose tasks consist of planning, directing and coordinating resources to achieve the efficient functioning of organisations and businesses. Working proprietors in small businesses are included, although allocated to separate minor groups within the major group. Most occupations in this major group will require a significant amount of knowledge and experience of the production processes, administrative procedures or service requirements associated with the efficient functioning of organisations and businesses. | |||||||
| 11 | 11 | sub_major | 1 | 1 | Corporate managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this sub-major group formulate government policy; direct the operations of major organisations, local government, government departments and special interest organisations organise; and direct production, processing, maintenance and construction operations in industry; formulate, implement and advise on specialist functional activities within organisations; direct the operations of branches of financial institutions; organise and co-ordinate the transportation of passengers, the storage and distribution of freight, and the sale of goods; direct the operations of the emergency services, revenue and customs, the prison service and the armed forces; and co-ordinate the provision of health and social services. | 1 | |||||
| 111 | 111 | minor | 2 | 11 | Chief executives and senior officials | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Chief executives and senior officials | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Jobholders in this minor group plan, organise and direct the operations of large companies and organisations and of special interest organisations direct government departments and local authorities; and formulate national and local government policy. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1111 | 1111 | unit | 3 | 111 | Chief executives and senior officials | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Chief executives and senior officials › Chief executives and senior officials | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Chief executives and senior officials head large enterprises and organisations. They plan, direct and co-ordinate, with directors and managers, the resources necessary for the various functions and specialist activities of these enterprises and organisations. The chief executives of hospitals will be classified in this unit group. Senior officials in national government direct the operations of government departments. Senior officials in local government participate in the implementation of local government policies and ensure that legal, statutory and other provisions concerning the running of a local authority are observed. Senior officials of special interest organisations ensure that legal, statutory and other regulations concerning the running of trade associations, employers’ associations, learned societies, trades unions, charitable organisations and similar bodies are observed. Chief executives and senior officials also act as representatives of the organisations concerned for the purposes of high-level consultation and negotiation. | Entry may be by appointment or internal promotion, as appropriate, and is usually based on relevant experience although candidates may also require academic or professional qualifications for some posts. | analyses economic, social, legal and other data, and plans, formulates and directs at strategic level the operation of a company or organisation,consults with subordinates to formulate, implement and review company/organisation policy, authorises funding for policy implementation programmes and institutes reporting, auditing and control systems,prepares, or arranges for the preparation of, reports, budgets, forecasts or other information,plans and controls the allocation of resources and the selection of senior staff,evaluates government/local authority departmental activities, discusses problems with government/local authority officials and administrators and formulates departmental policy,negotiates and monitors contracted out services provided to the local authority by the private sector,studies and acts upon any legislation that may affect the local authority,stimulates public interest by providing publicity, giving lectures and interviews and organising appeals for a variety of causes,directs or undertakes the preparation, publication and dissemination of reports and other information of interest to members and other interested parties | Chairman,Chief executive,Civil servant (grade 5 & above),Diplomat,Vice President | 1 | 11 | 111 |
| 1112 | 1112 | unit | 3 | 111 | Elected officers and representatives | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Chief executives and senior officials › Elected officers and representatives | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Elected representatives in national government formulate and ratify legislation and government policy, act as elected representatives in Parliament, Regional Parliaments or Assemblies, and as representatives of the government and its executive. Elected officers in local government act as representatives in the local authority and participate in the formulation, ratification and implementation of local government policies. | Entry is by election. | represents constituency within the legislature and advises and assists constituents on a variety of issues,acts as a Party representative within the constituency,participates in debates and votes on legislative and other matters,holds positions on parliamentary or local government committees,tables questions to ministers and introduces proposals for government action,recommends or reviews potential policy or legislative change, and offers advice and opinions on current policy,advises on the interpretation and implementation of policy decisions, acts and regulations,studies and acts upon any legislation that may affect the local authority | Councillor (local government),Member of Parliament | 1 | 11 | 111 |
| 112 | 112 | minor | 2 | 11 | Production managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Production managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this minor group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate all activities and resources involved with production, manufacturing, construction and mining operations in industry. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1121 | 1121 | unit | 3 | 112 | Production managers and directors in manufacturing | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Production managers and directors › Production managers and directors in manufacturing | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Production managers and directors in manufacturing plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for production in manufacturing industries including the maintenance of engineering items, equipment and machinery. | There are no pre-set entry standards. Entry is possible with either a degree or equivalent qualification, and/or relevant experience. On-the-job training is provided, and professional qualifications are available, as are S/NVQs in Management at levels 3 to 5. | liaises with other managers to plan overall production activity and daily manufacturing activity, sets quality standards and estimates timescales and costs,manages production to ensure that orders are completed to an agreed date and conform to customer and other requirements,monitors production and production costs and undertakes or arranges for the preparation of reports and records,oversees supervision of the production line and its staff, ensures targets are met | Engineering manager,Managing director (engineering),Operations manager (manufacturing),Production manager,Technical manager | 1 | 11 | 112 |
| 1122 | 1122 | unit | 3 | 112 | Production managers and directors in construction | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Production managers and directors › Production managers and directors in construction | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Production managers and directors in construction direct and co-ordinate resources for the construction and maintenance of civil and structural engineering works including houses, flats, factories, roads and runways, bridges, tunnels and railway works, harbour, dock and marine works and water supply, drainage and sewage works. | There are no pre-set entry standards. Entry is possible with either a degree or equivalent qualification and/or relevant experience, via apprenticeships or S/NVQs in Management at levels 3 to 5. On-the-job training is provided, and professional qualifications are available. | liaises with other managers to plan overall production activity and construction activities, sets quality standards and estimates timescales and costs,receives invitations to tender, arranges for estimates and liaises with client, architects, Chartered architectual technologists and engineers for the preparation of contracts,plans, directs and co-ordinates the construction and maintenance of civil and structural engineering works, including demolition, pipelines and pilings,receives reports upon work in progress to ensure that materials and construction methods meet with specifications and statutory requirements and that there are no deviations from agreed plans | Building services manager,Construction manager,Director (building construction),Owner (electrical contracting),Site manager | 1 | 11 | 112 |
| 1123 | 1123 | unit | 3 | 112 | Production managers and directors in mining and energy | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Production managers and directors › Production managers and directors in mining and energy | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Production managers and directors in mining, energy and water supply plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the extraction of minerals and other natural deposits, the utilisation of sustainable and renewable energy sources and the production, storage and provision of gas, water and electricity supplies. | There are no pre-set entry standards. Entry is possible with either GCSEs/S grades or A levels/H grades, a BTEC Diploma, an apprenticeship, NVQ (level 3), a degree or equivalent qualification with relevant experience. Off and on-the-job training is provided and can lead to professional qualifications. | co-ordinates the activities of mines and open-cast mining operations, quarries, drilling operations, offshore installations, solar power stations, wind farms and other renewable energy generating facilities,co-ordinates and supervises coal-face production activities and ensures compliance with health and safety regulations,determines staffing, material and other needs,ensures that all haulage, storage, purification and distribution work is performed efficiently and in compliance with statutory and other regulations,arranges for the provision of gas, water and electricity supplies,ensures compliance with issues relating to the environmental impact of operations | Operations manager (mining, water & energy),Quarry manager,Service manager (public utilities) | 1 | 11 | 112 |
| 113 | 113 | minor | 2 | 11 | Functional managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Functional managers and directors plan, organise and advise on specialist functions or fields of activity in an organisation. They formulate and administer policies concerning the financial, advertising, marketing, sales, purchasing, work methods, public relations, human resources, information technology and telecoms operations of an organisation. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1131 | 1131 | unit | 3 | 113 | Financial managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Financial managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Financial managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the financial information of companies, the activities and resources of financial institutions, such as banks and insurance companies, and advise on company financial policy. | Entry is most common with a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, although it is possible with A levels/H grades, S/NVQ levels 4 and 5. Those with higher qualifications may obtain accelerated training. Internal promotion to management is possible and on-the-job training is provided. Professional qualifications are available and are required or mandatory for certain posts. | participates in the formulation of strategic and long-term business plans, assesses the implications for the organisation financial mechanisms and oversees their implementation,plans external and internal audit programmes, arranges for the collection and analysis of accounting, budgetary and related information, and manages the company’s financial systems,determines staffing levels appropriate for accounting activities,assesses and advises on factors affecting business performance,plans, organises, directs and co-ordinates the activities of financial institutions,ensures compliance with accounting, recording and information storage, retrieval procedures and the statutory regulatory framework | Bank Manager,Finance Director,Insurance Manager,Investment banker,Treasury manager | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1132 | 1132 | unit | 3 | 113 | Marketing, sales and advertising directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Marketing, sales and advertising directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Marketing, sales and advertising directors plan, organise and direct advertising campaigns and market research and formulate and implement an organisation’s marketing, sales and social media policies. | Entry is generally via career progression from related occupations (e.g. marketing manager, advertising accounts manager, sales manager), although in practice most will hold a degree. Professional qualifications are also available and off and on-the-job training is possible. Entrants to professional qualifications from relevant bodies (such as the Chartered Institute of Marketing) require GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification and/or relevant experience. | liaises with client to discuss product/service to be marketed and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives,discusses employer’s or clients’ requirements, plans and monitors surveys and analyses of customers’ reactions to products,defines target group for advertising campaigns and implements strategy through appropriate media planning work,conceives advertising campaigns to impart the desired product image in an effective and economical way,examines and analyses sales figures, advises on and monitors marketing campaigns and promotional activities,controls the recruitment and training of staff,stays abreast of changes in market trends and advertising rates,produces and/or assesses reports and recommendations concerning marketing, advertising and sales strategies | Account director (advertising),Commercial director,Marketing director,Media director,Sales director | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1133 | 1133 | unit | 3 | 113 | Public relations and communications directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Public relations and communications directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Public relations and communications directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the public relations, communications and public information activities of an organisation or on behalf of clients. | Entry is generally via career progression from related occupations (e.g. communications officer, public relations officer) and although there are no pre-set entry standards, in practice most communications and public relations directors hold a degree. Off and on-the-job training is provided. | develops and reviews the public relations policy and direction of an organisation,directs and oversees the work of the communications department of an organisation or work on behalf of clients at a public relations firm,liaises with client to discuss their needs and develops the most appropriate strategy to deliver the objectives directs public relations campaigns and communicates messages through a variety of media,reviews and revises campaign strategy and takes appropriate corrective measures if necessary,stays abreast of changes in media, readership or viewing figures,directs the arranging of conferences, exhibitions, seminars, etc. to promote the image of a product, service or organisation | Head of communications,Head of public relations | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1134 | 1134 | unit | 3 | 113 | Purchasing managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Purchasing managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Purchasing managers and directors (not retail) plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the purchasing functions of industrial, commercial, government organisations and public agencies to ensure cost-effectiveness. | Although not restricted to a particular qualification, entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is also possible with A levels/H grades, a BTEC/SQA award, S/NVQs at level 3 or above, or an apprenticeship. Off and on-the-job training is provided, and professional qualifications are available. Chartered status may also be achieved. | determines what goods, services and equipment need to be sourced,devises purchasing policies, decides on whether orders should be put out to tender and evaluates suppliers’ bids,negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers and draws up contract documents,arranges for quality checks of incoming goods and ensures suppliers deliver on time,interviews suppliers’ representatives and visits trade fair,researches and identifies new products and suppliers,stays abreast of and ensures adherence to relevant legislation regarding tendering and procurement procedures | Bid production manager,Director of contracts,Head of buying,Purchasing manager | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1135 | 1135 | unit | 3 | 113 | Charitable organisation managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Charitable organisation managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Charitable organisation managers and directors plan, organise, co-ordinate and direct the activities of organisations in the charitable and not-for-profit sector. | Entry is generally via career progression from a related occupation (e.g. charity coordinator) and relevant experience of the charitable sector is often required. In some fields a relevant degree or equivalent qualification may be required. | plans, organises, coordinates and directs the resources of a special interest or charitable organisation,helps to formulate and implement charitable organisations' policies and ensures these meet legal and statutory provisions,represents their charity in consultation and negotiation with government, employees, trustees and other bodies,generates income by co-ordinating funding bids, organising appeals, and managing relationships with funders,stimulates public interest by providing publicity, giving lectures and interviews and organising appeals,directs or undertakes the preparation, publication and dissemination of reports and other information pertaining to the organisation | Charity director,Manager (charitable organisation) | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1136 | 1136 | unit | 3 | 113 | Human resource managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Human resource managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Human resource managers and directors plan, organise and direct the personnel, training and industrial relations policies of organisations, advise on resource allocation and utilisation problems, measure the effectiveness of an organisation’s systems, methods and procedures and advise on, plan and implement procedures to improve utilisation of labour, equipment and materials. | There are no pre-set entry standards, although entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification. Relevant experience is important and internal promotion to management is possible. Off and on-the-job training is provided, and professional qualifications are available. Apprenticeships are available. NVQs/SVQs in relevant subjects are available at levels 3, 4 and 5. | determines staffing needs,oversees the preparation of job descriptions, drafts advertisements and interviews candidates,oversees the monitoring of employee performance and career development needs,provides or arranges for provision of training courses,undertakes industrial relations negotiations with employees’ representatives or trades unions,develops and administers salary, health and safety and promotion policies,examines and reports on company and departmental structures, chains of command, information flows, etc. and evaluates efficiency of existing operations,considers alternative work procedures to improve productivity,stays abreast of relevant legislation, considers its impact on the organisation’s HR strategy and recommends appropriate action | Human resources business partner,Human resources director,Personnel manager,Recruitment manager,Training director | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1137 | 1137 | unit | 3 | 113 | Information technology directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Information technology directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Information technology directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources necessary to provide and operate IT infrastructure and services, including networks, devices, servers and software that runs on the infrastructure within an organisation. IT programme managers and directors direct and provide technical oversight to particular IT programmes of a discrete duration and/or budget. | There are no pre-set entry requirements although candidates usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification together with substantial, relevant work experience. A variety of professional and postgraduate qualifications is available. | develops in consultation with other senior management the IT strategy of the organisation,directs the implementation within the organisation of IT strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards,develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT to deliver agreed service levels,considers the required IT staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy,prioritises and schedules major IT projects,ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation’s broad requirements,works with client or senior management to establish and clarify the aims, objectives and requirements of an IT programme,plans, directs, reviews and provides technical oversight to IT programmes, involving the co-ordination of multiple IT projects | Chief Information officer,IT Director,Managing director (computer services),Programme manager (computing/IT),Technical director (computer services) | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 1139 | 1139 | unit | 3 | 113 | Functional managers and directors n.e.c. | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Functional managers and directors › Functional managers and directors n.e.c. | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this unit group perform a variety of senior management tasks in respect of other specialist functions or fields of activity in organisations not elsewhere classified in minor group 113: Functional managers and directors. | Entry standards will vary according to the specific function and requirements of the organisation concerned, as will options for training off and on-the-job. | helps to formulate and implement local government policy and ensures legal and statutory provisions are observed,organises local authority office work and resources, negotiates contracted out services,plans, organises, coordinates and directs the resources of their organisation,formulates and directs the implementation of an organisation’s policies,drives innovation in the working practices of their organisation,represents union, association or business in consultation and negotiation with government, employees and other bodies,stimulates public interest by providing publicity, giving lectures and interviews,directs or undertakes the preparation, publication and dissemination of reports and other information pertaining to the organisation | Area secretary (trade association),Chief officer (local government),Clerk to the county council,General Secretary (trade union),Town Clerk | 1 | 11 | 113 |
| 114 | 114 | minor | 2 | 11 | Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate at a strategic level the activities and resources necessary for the efficient and convenient transportation of passengers or freight, and the loading, unloading, storage, warehousing and distribution of goods and materials. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1140 | 1140 | unit | 3 | 114 | Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport › Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Directors in logistics, warehousing and transport plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the safe, efficient and economic movement of passengers and freight by road, rail, sea and air transport, and the receipt, storage and warehousing of goods and the maintenance of stocks at an optimal level. | Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications and/or with relevant experience. Entrants to management trainee schemes in logistics offered by larger companies will require GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a degree or other equivalent qualifications. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Professional qualifications are available and may be required for some roles. NVQs/SVQs in a number of relevant areas including supply chain and operations management are available at levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. | plans the optimum utilisation of staff and operating equipment, and co-ordinates maintenance activities to ensure least possible disruption to services examines traffic reports, load patterns, traffic receipts and other data and revises transport services or freight rates accordingly,oversees and directs the movement, handling and storage of freight in transit and the operations of transport hubs such as airports, railways stations and harbours,arranges for maintenance of airport runways and buildings, liaises with fuel and catering crews to ensure adequate supplies and resolves any complaints and problems raised by airport users.,ensures that regulations regarding hours of work, the licensing of crews and transport equipment, the operational safety and efficiency of equipment, the insurance of vehicles and other statutory regulations are complied with,liaises with production, maintenance, sales and other departments to determine the materials and other items required for current and future production schedules and sales commitments,reviews, develops and implements stock control, handling and distribution policies to maximise use of space, money, labour and other resources,advises purchasing department on type, quality and quantity of goods required and dates by which they must be available,prepares reports on expenditure and advises on materials and parts standardisation, future stores and stock control policies,decides on storage conditions for particular items, allocates warehouse space and arranges for regular stock inspections to detect deterioration or damage | Airport director,Head of logistics,Owner (delivery service),Supply chain director,Traffic director (transport) | 1 | 11 | 114 |
| 115 | 115 | minor | 2 | 11 | Managers and directors in retail and wholesale | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Managers and directors in retail and wholesale | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and directors in retail and wholesale plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities necessary for the sale of wholesale and retail goods to customers. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1150 | 1150 | unit | 3 | 115 | Managers and directors in retail and wholesale | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Managers and directors in retail and wholesale › Managers and directors in retail and wholesale | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Retail and wholesale managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the operations of major retail and wholesale establishments in order to maximise business performance and meet financial goals. | Entry requirements vary from company to company. Entrants may possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, GNVQs/GSVQs, a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification. Entry is also possible through promotion after gaining sufficient experience. NVQs/SVQs in Retail Operations are available at level 4. | appoints staff, assigns tasks and monitors and reviews staff performance,liaises with other staff to provide information about merchandise, special promotions etc. to customers,ensures that adequate reserves of merchandise are held and that stock keeping is carried out efficiently,ensures customer complaints and queries regarding sales and service are appropriately handled,oversees the maintenance of financial and other records and controls security arrangements for the premises,authorises payment for supplies received and decides on vending price, discount rates and credit terms,examines quality of merchandise and ensures that effective use is made of advertising and display facilities | Car sales manager,Manager (garden centre),Managing director (wholesale, retail trade),Retail manager,Shop manager (charitable organisation),Wholesale manager | 1 | 11 | 115 |
| 116 | 116 | minor | 2 | 11 | Senior officers in protective services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Senior officers in protective services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Senior officers in protective services direct the operations of police stations, fire stations and prisons; supervise customs, excise and immigration staff and oversee inspections of goods and persons entering or leaving the country; and serve as commissioned officers in His Majesty’s armed forces and in foreign and Commonwealth armed forces. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1161 | 1161 | unit | 3 | 116 | Officers in armed forces | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Senior officers in protective services › Officers in armed forces | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Officers in armed forces serve as commissioned officers in His Majesty’s armed forces, foreign and Commonwealth armed forces plan, direct, organise and administer military operations; and perform duties for which there is no civilian equivalent. | Entry to a commission in the UK armed forces is possible with GCSEs/S grades and A levels/H grades, or with higher academic qualifications, or by promotion from NCO or other rank. Each arm of the forces has different age restrictions. Candidates must pass a medical examination and interview. | advises and provides information on military aspects of defence policy,plans, directs and co-ordinates military training and manoeuvres,supervises the operation of military units and monitors the activities of junior officers, NCOs and other ranks,plans, directs and administers aid to civilian authorities as requested or when faced with civil disorder, natural disaster or other emergency | Army officer,Commander (armed forces),Flight-lieutenant,Royal Navy officer,Squadron-leader | 1 | 11 | 116 |
| 1162 | 1162 | unit | 3 | 116 | Senior police officers | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Senior officers in protective services › Senior police officers | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Senior police officers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources and activities of a specific geographical or functional area of generalised or specialised police work. Senior officers of the British Transport Police direct the specialised police service for the railway network across Britain. | Promotion to the rank of inspector can be by qualifying examination and practical assessment. There are no qualifying examinations to ranks above inspector; promotion is by selection only. There are accelerated promotion schemes available as well as the Direct Entry scheme which recruits external entrants with relevant skills directly to senior positions in the police force. All police forces have age restrictions and medical requirements. | liaises with senior officers to determine staff, financial and other short- and long-term needs,plans, directs and co-ordinates general policing for an area or functional unit,directs and monitors the work of subordinate officers,establishes contacts and sources of information concerning crimes planned or committed,directs and co-ordinates the operation of record keeping systems and the preparation of reports | Chief superintendent (police service),CID officer,Detective inspector,Police inspector | 1 | 11 | 116 |
| 1163 | 1163 | unit | 3 | 116 | Senior officers in fire, ambulance, prison and related services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Senior officers in protective services › Senior officers in fire, ambulance, prison and related services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Fire officers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of a specific physical or functional area of a statutory or private fire brigade/service and the resources necessary for the protection of property at fires within a salvage corps area. Ambulance officers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources necessary for the provision of ambulance services. Prison officers (principal officer and above) plan, organise, direct, and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the running of a prison, remand or detention centre. Customs officers plan and direct the work of customs, excise and immigration staff in the monitoring and inspection of goods and persons crossing national borders. | The position of senior fire officer is achieved by internal promotion. Entry to senior positions within the prison service and revenue and customs is either by internal promotion or by open competition; both organisations operate accelerated promotion schemes available to internal and external applicants. Entry to the prison and fire services are subject to age restrictions, and both the prison service and revenue and customs impose nationality conditions. Entry to senior positions within the ambulance service is largely by internal promotion from supervisory roles. | liaises with other senior officials and/or government departments to determine staffing, financial and other short- and long-term needs,prepares reports for insurance companies, the Home Office, Scottish Home and Health Department, and other bodies as necessary,advises on the recruitment, training and monitoring of staff,fire officers plan, direct and co-ordinate an operational plan for one or more fire stations, attend fires and other emergencies to minimise danger to property and people, arrange for the salvaging of goods, immediate temporary repairs and security measures for fire damaged premises as necessary,ambulance officers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities of ambulance personnel and control room assistants, for the provision of ambulance services for emergency and non-emergency cases,prison officers interview prisoners on arrival and discharge/departure, receive reports on disciplinary problems and decide on appropriate action, make periodic checks on internal and external security, and provide care and support to prisoners in custody,revenue and customs, excise and immigration officers advise on the interpretation of regulations concerning taxes, duties and immigration requirements and enforce these regulations through monitoring of premises, examining goods entering the country to ensure correct duty is paid and establishing that passengers have the necessary authorisation for crossing national borders | Chief immigration officer (HM Revenue and Customs),Fire service officer (government),Prison governor,Station officer (ambulance service) | 1 | 11 | 116 |
| 117 | 117 | minor | 2 | 11 | Health and social services managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Health and social services managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and directors in health and social services plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the efficient provision of primary and secondary health care services, social and other welfare services. | 1 | 11 | ||||
| 1171 | 1171 | unit | 3 | 117 | Health services and public health managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Health and social services managers and directors › Health services and public health managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and directors in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources and activities of health care providers and purchasers at both district and unit levels. | Entrants require a degree or equivalent qualification, a professional qualification and/or relevant experience. Off and on-the-job training is provided through management training schemes. The nature of schemes varies between regions and occupational areas. | implements policies of the board, ensures statutory procedures are followed, with particular emphasis on patient safety and the management of risk,liaises with health care professionals to determine short and long-term needs and how to meet these objectives within budgetary constraints,oversees the day-to-day management of the unit or service and provides leadership to staff,uses statistical information to monitor performance and assist with planning,negotiates and manages contracts with providers and purchasers of health care services,manages staff, including recruitment, appraisal and development,monitors and reports upon the effectiveness of services with a view to improving the efficiency of health care provision,coordinates the promotion of public health and wellbeing in the actions and policies of public agencies and their social partners,monitors and reports upon the state of public health and wellbeing | Clinical manager,Director of nursing,Health service manager,Information manager (health authority: hospital service) | 1 | 11 | 117 |
| 1172 | 1172 | unit | 3 | 117 | Social services managers and directors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Corporate managers and directors › Health and social services managers and directors › Social services managers and directors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Social services managers and directors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources and commission the services necessary to protect the welfare of certain groups within local authorities including children and young people, families under stress, people with disabilities, elderly people and people needing help as a result of illness. | Entry is usually through internal promotion for those with the appropriate professional qualifications and relevant experience. Post-qualifying professional qualifications and in-service training are available. | provides leadership and management to ensure services are delivered in accordance with statutory requirements and in line with the local authority social services department’s policies and procedures,determines staffing, financial, material and other short and long-term needs,plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities of social services staff,monitors and evaluates departmental performance with a view to improving social service provision,studies and advises upon changes in legislation that will impact upon social service provision,liaises with representatives of other relevant agencies | Children's centre manager,Commissioner (local government: social services),Community services manager,Service manager (welfare services),Social work manager | 1 | 11 | 117 |
| 12 | 12 | sub_major | 1 | 1 | Other managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this sub-major group, either as employees or proprietors, manage agriculture related services; manage and co-ordinate the operations of health service general practices, residential and day care establishments and domiciliary care services; co-ordinate and direct the activities of businesses such as restaurants, hotels, entertainment establishments, sports and leisure facilities, travel and property agencies, independent shops, garages, waste disposal and environmental services, hairdressing establishments, the creative industries, betting and gambling establishments, hire services, consultancy services and agencies providing services outsourced by other organisations. | 1 | |||||
| 121 | 121 | minor | 2 | 12 | Managers and proprietors in agriculture related services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in agriculture related services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Jobholders in this minor group plan, organise, direct, and control the activities and resources of agricultural, forestry, fishing and similar establishments and services. | 1 | 12 | ||||
| 1211 | 1211 | unit | 3 | 121 | Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in agriculture related services › Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and proprietors in this unit group plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of farming and mixed farming establishments cultivating arable crops, fruits, trees and shrubs, and/or raising cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry. Managers and proprietors in horticulture oversee the production of plants for wholesale and/or retail. | Whilst no formal academic qualifications are required by proprietors in this area, most farm and horticultural managers have a vocational agricultural qualification (such as a BTEC/SQA award) and prior practical farming experience. Many farm and horticultural management jobs require a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. A small number of large farm and farm consultancy companies run graduate management training schemes. Apprenticeships are also available, as well as NVQs/SVQs in Agriculture at level 4. | determines financial, staffing and other short and long-term needs,produces and maintains records of production, finance and breeding,decides or advises on the types of crops and/or produce to be grown or livestock raised,plans intensity and sequence of farm or horticultural operations and orders seed, fertiliser, equipment and other supplies,markets and arranges for the sale of crops, livestock and other farm or horticultural produce | Farm manager,Farm owner,Nursery manager (horticulture),Stock manager (farming) | 1 | 12 | 121 |
| 1212 | 1212 | unit | 3 | 121 | Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in agriculture related services › Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and proprietors in this unit group plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of forestry, fishing, animal husbandry and related operations and establishments. | Whilst no formal qualifications are required for proprietors in this area, forestry managers usually require a degree or equivalent qualification in forestry and prior relevant work experience. BTEC qualifications in fish farm management are available. Skippers of offshore fishing vessels require prior work experience and must undertake basic safety training by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Apprenticeships are available in some areas. Minimum age limits may apply in some areas of employment. | determines financial, staffing and other short- and long-term needs,manages and trains staff,decides, or advises on, type of animal to be bred and/or trained, and selects, buys and trains animals accordingly,plans and directs the establishment and maintenance of forest /woodland areas and regularly inspects forest work,liaises with neighbouring landowners, contractors and local authorities,oversees facilities such as visitor centres, nature trails, footpaths, etc.,selects suitable breeding grounds for shellfish, sea and freshwater fish and purchases stock,arranges rearing and feeding and ensures health of fish stocks,oversees maintenance of equipment and fish habitats,plans fishing voyages, maintains vessel/s and equipment and oversees operational safety,arranges for sale of catch, liaises with onshore agents,ensures observance of maritime laws and international fishing regulations | Cattery owner,Fish farm owner,Forest manager,Owner (landscape gardening),Racehorse trainer | 1 | 12 | 121 |
| 122 | 122 | minor | 2 | 12 | Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Workers in this minor group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate (usually with the help of other managers) the activities and resources of hotels, public houses and similar establishments, restaurants, recreation and entertainment establishments, leisure and sports facilities and travel agencies. | 1 | 12 | ||||
| 1221 | 1221 | unit | 3 | 122 | Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services › Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Hotel and accommodation managers and proprietors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of halls of residence, hotels, hostels, caravan sites, holiday camps, holiday flats and chalets, and organise the domestic, catering, and entertainment facilities on passenger ships. | Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Candidates for these usually require a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification, or a professional qualification. Off and on-the-job training is provided, and large hotel chains normally offer management trainee schemes. NVQs/SVQs in management for hospitality, leisure and tourism are available at levels 3 and 4 and apprenticeships at level 3. | analyses demand and decides on type, standard and cost of services to be offered,determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs,ensures physical comfort of residents or passengers and makes special arrangements for children, the elderly and the infirm if required,approves and arranges shipboard entertainment and shore trips and liaises with ship’s agent to ensure that ship is adequately provisioned,arranges for payment of bills, keeps accounts and ensures adherence to licensing and other statutory regulations | Caravan park owner,Hotel manager,Manager (passenger ships),Service flats manager | 1 | 12 | 122 |
| 1222 | 1222 | unit | 3 | 122 | Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services › Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Restaurant and catering establishment managers and proprietors plan, direct and co-ordinate the catering services of restaurants, hotels and large-scale catering services within other organisations. | There are no set entry routes. Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Larger restaurants and catering chains offer managerial trainee schemes, entry to which may be based on a variety of qualifications and/or relevant experience. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Various vocational qualifications are available at levels 2 to 4. | plans catering services and directs staff,decides on range and quality of meals and beverages to be provided,discusses customer’s requirements for special occasions,purchases or directs the purchasing of supplies and arranges for preparation of accounts,verifies that quality of food, beverages and waiting service is as required, that kitchen and dining areas are kept clean and appropriate hygiene standards are maintained in compliance with statutory requirements,plans and arranges food preparation in collaboration with other staff and organises the provision of waiting or counter staff,checks that supplies are properly used and accounted for to prevent wastage and loss and to keep within budget limit,determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements | Café owner,Operations manager (catering),Restaurant manager,Shop manager (take-away food shop) | 1 | 12 | 122 |
| 1223 | 1223 | unit | 3 | 122 | Publicans and managers of licensed premises | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services › Publicans and managers of licensed premises | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Publicans and managers of licensed premises organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of public houses (non-residential and residential) and bar and catering facilities at non-residential clubs. | No formal academic qualifications are required. Relevant experience is advantageous, and candidates must be over 18 years of age and complete the personal licence holders’ qualification. Larger chains offer accelerated promotion for holders of degrees or equivalent qualifications. Off and on-the-job training is provided. NVQs/SVQs relevant to licensed premises management are available at levels 2 to 4. | arranges purchase of alcoholic and other beverages, bar snacks, cigarettes and other items and ensures that stocks are stored in proper conditions,supervises bar, kitchen and cleaning staff and, if necessary, assists with the serving of drinks,observes licensing laws and other statutory regulations and regulates behaviour of customers as necessary,maintains financial records for the establishment determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs | Landlady (public house),Licensee,Manager (wine bar),Publican | 1 | 12 | 122 |
| 1224 | 1224 | unit | 3 | 122 | Leisure and sports managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services › Leisure and sports managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Leisure and sports managers organise and proprietors, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources required for the provision of sporting, artistic, theatrical and other recreational and amenity services. | Both graduate and non-graduate entry is possible. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Apprenticeships at level 3 and NVQs/SVQs at levels 3 and 4 are available in relevant areas. Professional qualifications may also be required for some posts. | organises timetable of activities/schedule of programmes,ensures that facilities are kept clean and in good condition and that appropriate health and safety requirements are adhered to,keeps abreast of new trends and developments in recreational activities and arranges exhibitions, theatrical productions, concerts, demonstrations, etc,advises on the facilities available and promotes publicity in relation to shows, games, races, new theme parks, etc,determines financial, staffing, material and other short and long-term needs,recruits, supervises and trains staff,ensures custody of all cash receipts and organises regular stock checks | Amusement arcade owner,Cinema manager,Football ground manager,Leisure centre manager,Theatre manager | 1 | 12 | 122 |
| 1225 | 1225 | unit | 3 | 122 | Travel agency managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in hospitality and leisure services › Travel agency managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Travel agency managers and proprietors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources and activities of travel agencies and booking offices. | Entry is most common with GCSEs/S grades but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Off and on-the-job training is available. BTEC/SQA awards and NVQs/SVQs at level 3 are available. | plans work schedules and assigns tasks and responsibilities,co-ordinates the activities of clerical, secretarial and other staff,discusses client’s requirements and advises on road, rail, air and sea travel and accommodation,makes and confirms travel and accommodation bookings, arranges group holidays, tours and individual itineraries,advises on currency and passport/visa regulations and any necessary health precautions needed,determines financial, staffing, material and other short- and long-term needs | Branch manager (travel agents),Tourist information manager,Travel agency owner,Travel manager | 1 | 12 | 122 |
| 123 | 123 | minor | 2 | 12 | Managers and proprietors in health and care services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in health and care services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this minor group manage and coordinate the work and resources of health care practices, residential and day care establishments and domiciliary care services. | 1 | 12 | ||||
| 1231 | 1231 | unit | 3 | 123 | Health care practice managers | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in health and care services › Health care practice managers | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Healthcare practice managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources of medical, dental and other types of healthcare practice, including veterinary practices. | There are no pre-set entry requirements. Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications or with relevant experience. Professional qualifications are available and are required for certain posts. | plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities of practice staff,oversees staff training and monitors training needs,takes responsibility for health and safety matters within the practice,negotiates contracts for services with other health care providers and purchasers,maintains patient files on medical history, consultations and treatment undertaken and/or drugs prescribed,organises duty rosters for professional and support staff in practice,takes responsibility for stock control of practice equipment, drugs, etc,liaises with relevant outside organisations (e.g. NHS trust, PCT, social services, drug companies, professional bodies),responsible for budgeting, pricing and accounting activities within the practice | Clinic manager,Dental practice manager,GP practice manager,Patient services manager,Veterinary practice manager | 1 | 12 | 123 |
| 1232 | 1232 | unit | 3 | 123 | Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in health and care services › Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers and proprietors in this group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the resources necessary in the provision and running of residential and day care establishments and domiciliary care services for persons who require support or specialised care and/or supervision. | Although there are no pre-set academic entry requirements there are a variety of entry routes. However, entrants must be registered with the relevant statutory body and hold the appropriate qualification for the job they do. Off and on-the-job training is provided, and a range of qualifications are available including NVQs/SVQs in Health and Social Care at levels 3 and 4. Background checks including a DBS check are required. | determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements,plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities to staff,arranges for payment of bills, keeps accounts and adheres to health, safety and other statutory requirements,maintains contact between service users and the local community and/or family and friends,assesses service users’ needs and ensures they have access to health and social care services as required,creates a friendly, secure atmosphere to gain the trust and confidence of those using the service,ensures that the physical comfort and all material needs of service users are provided and attempts to resolve problems that may arise | Care manager,Community centre manager,Day centre manager,Nursing home owner,Manager (sheltered/supported housing),Residential manager (care/residential home) | 1 | 12 | 123 |
| 1233 | 1233 | unit | 3 | 123 | Early education and childcare services proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in health and care services › Early education and childcare services proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Early childhood and childcare services proprietors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of residential or day nurseries, play groups, and similar establishments. | Whilst no formal academic qualifications are required by proprietors in this area, a range of relevant courses in early years childcare and management are available. A DBS check is necessary if you run or own a childcare organisation. | determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements,plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities of staff,oversees the learning of young children and ensures that Early Years Foundation Stage and OFSTED standards are met,provides leadership and management to staff to ensure services are delivered to a high quality,develops relationships with children's parents and other educational establishments,ensures the facilities are well maintained and that health and safety standards and other relevant regulations are met | Director (children's nursery),Owner (nursery: children’s) | 1 | 12 | 123 |
| 124 | 124 | minor | 2 | 12 | Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport plan, organise, and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the efficient and convenient transportation of passengers or freight, and the loading, unloading, storage, warehousing and distribution of goods and materials. | 1 | 12 | ||||
| 1241 | 1241 | unit | 3 | 124 | Managers in transport and distribution | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport › Managers in transport and distribution | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers in transport and distribution plan, organise, and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the safe, efficient and economic movement of passengers and freight by road, rail, sea and air transport. | Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications and/or with relevant experience. Entrants to management trainee schemes offered by larger companies will require GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a degree or other equivalent qualifications. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Professional qualifications are available and may be required for some roles. NVQs/SVQs in a number of relevant areas including supply chain and operations management are available at levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. | plans the optimum utilisation of staff and operating equipment, and co-ordinates maintenance activities to ensure least possible disruption to services,co-ordinates the transportation of passengers, the movement, handling and storage of freight in transit, and reviews space utilisation, staffing and distribution expenditure to determine future distribution policies,ensures that regulations regarding hours of work, the licensing of crews and transport equipment, the operational safety and efficiency of equipment, the insurance of vehicles and other statutory regulations are complied with,ensures that harbour channels and berths are maintained and liaises with ship owners, crew, customs officials, dock and harbour staff to arrange entry, berthing and servicing of ships,supervises day-to-day activities in a railway station,arranges for maintenance of airport runways and buildings, liaises with fuel and catering crews to ensure adequate supplies and resolves any complaints and problems raised by airport users | Distribution service manager,Fleet manager,Operations manager (transport),Shipping manager,Transport manager | 1 | 12 | 124 |
| 1242 | 1242 | unit | 3 | 124 | Managers in storage and warehousing | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport › Managers in storage and warehousing | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers in storage and warehousing plan, organise, and co-ordinate the activities and resources necessary for the safe and efficient receipt, storage and warehousing of goods and for the maintenance of stocks at an optimal level. | Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications and/or with relevant experience. Entrants to management trainee schemes offered by larger companies will require GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a degree or other equivalent qualifications. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Professional and vocational qualifications covering a number of areas including supply chain and operations management are available at NVQ/SVQ levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. | liaises with production, maintenance, sales and other departments to determine the materials and other items required for current and future production schedules and sales commitments,reviews, develops and implements stock control, handling and distribution policies to maximise use of space, money, labour and other resources,advises purchasing department on type, quality and quantity of goods required and dates by which they must be available,prepares reports on expenditure and advises on materials and parts standardisation, future stores and stock control policies,decides on storage conditions for particular items, allocates warehouse space and arranges for regular stock inspections to detect deterioration or damage | Cellar manager (brewery),Inventory manager,Operations manager,Stock manager,Warehouse manager | 1 | 12 | 124 |
| 1243 | 1243 | unit | 3 | 124 | Managers in logistics | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers in logistics, warehousing and transport › Managers in logistics | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Managers in logistics plan, co-ordinate and organise the supply chain of goods and services between the point of production and consumption, including their efficient transportation, storage and retailing. | Candidates are recruited with a variety of academic qualifications and/or with relevant experience. Entrants to management trainee schemes offered by larger companies will require GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, a degree or other equivalent qualifications. Off and on-the-job training is provided. Professional qualifications are available and may be required for some roles. NVQs/SVQs in a number of relevant areas including supply chain and operations management are available at levels 2, 3, 4 and 5. | management and planning of supply chains from source to the point of consumption to ensure goods get from suppliers to distribution centres as efficiently as possible,co-ordinates the transportation and storage of goods,monitors the distribution of goods and stock levels to ensure the organisation's needs are met and reports on overall performance,advises purchasing department on type, quality and quantity of goods required and dates by which they must be available and negotiates contracts with suppliers,ensures that regulations regarding hours of work, the licensing of crews and transport equipment, the operational safety and efficiency of equipment, the insurance of vehicles and other statutory regulations are complied with | Logistics manager,Supply chain manager | 1 | 12 | 124 |
| 125 | 125 | minor | 2 | 12 | Managers and proprietors in other services | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in other services | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Job holders in this minor group plan, co-ordinate and direct the activities and resources of property services, garages, hairdressers and other personal services, waste and recycling facilities, the creative industries, betting and gambling establishments, hire services, consultancy services, and other services not elsewhere classified in sub-major group 12: Other Managers and Proprietors. | 1 | 12 | ||||
| 1251 | 1251 | unit | 3 | 125 | Property, housing and estate managers | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in other services › Property, housing and estate managers | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Property, housing and estate managers manage shopping centres, residential areas, offices and private estates, arrange for the sale, purchase, rental and leasing of property on behalf of clients and employers, and provide facilities management services for businesses | There are no formal academic requirements, although entrants usually possess a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification. Apprenticeships are available in some areas. Many employers expect the attainment of membership to a relevant professional body. | determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements,manages general upkeep, maintenance and security of the estate’s amenities,makes sure that the amenities meet health and safety standards and legal requirements,oversees the support services of a business, such as catering, IT, utilities and physical environment,advises on energy efficiency,discusses client’s requirements and may advise client on the purchase of property and land for investment and other purposes,conducts or arranges for structural surveys of properties and undertakes any necessary valuations of property or agricultural land, and deals with grant and subsidy applications,negotiates land or property purchases and sales or leases and tenancy agreements and arranges legal formalities with solicitors, building societies and other parties,maintains or arranges for the maintenance of estate accounts and records and produces financial forecasts,acts as arbiter in disputes between landlord and tenant and ensures that both fulfil their legal obligations,examines and assesses housing applications, advises on rent levels, investigates complaints and liaises with tenants’ association and social workers to resolve any family problems | Estate manager,Facilities manager,Housing manager,Landlord (property management),Property manager | 1 | 12 | 125 |
| 1252 | 1252 | unit | 3 | 125 | Garage managers and proprietors | Managers, directors and senior officials › Other managers and proprietors › Managers and proprietors in other services › Garage managers and proprietors | 2020/2026-08-27 | ons | Garage managers and proprietors plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the day-to-day running of garages and specialist vehicle maintenance and repair establishments. | There are no pre-set entry requirements, although some employers may require relevant experience and GCSEs/S grades or vocational qualifications such as Automotive NVQs/SVQs at level 3. Off and on-the-job training is provided. | determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements,ensures that necessary spare parts, materials and equipment are available or obtainable at short notice,arranges for maintenance staff to perform necessary maintenance and repair work on vehicles or motorcycles,checks completed work for compliance with safety and other statutory regulations,maintains records of repair work to detect recurrent faults,provides information about garage merchandise for staff and customers,ensures the business accounts are maintained | Bodyshop manager (vehicle trades),Garage director,Garage owner,Tyre depot manager | 1 | 12 | 125 |
Licence and attribution
Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Meridian prepared this table from ONS's SOC 2020 Volume 1 workbook: one row per group with its parent and ancestors, ONS's text split into lists where ONS bullets it, and a release column.
Licence: Open Government Licence v3.0
Summary
Counted from every row of this dataset, from the snapshot published on 14 November 2026.
Codes at each level
How many codes sit at each level of the classification, from the snapshot published on 14 November 2026. Each code is its parent's code with one more digit, so a level's codes are one digit longer than the level above.
| Level | Codes |
|---|---|
| Major group | 9 |
| Sub-major group | 26 |
| Minor group | 104 |
| Unit group | 412 |
Groups in each major group
The groups beneath each major group, in code order, from the snapshot published on 14 November 2026. Each row is counted under the major group its major_code names.
| Major group | Title | Sub-major groups | Minor groups | Unit groups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Managers, directors and senior officials | 2 | 12 | 42 |
| 2 | Professional occupations | 4 | 22 | 97 |
| 3 | Associate professional occupations | 5 | 19 | 68 |
| 4 | Administrative and secretarial occupations | 2 | 6 | 27 |
| 5 | Skilled trades occupations | 4 | 13 | 57 |
| 6 | Caring, leisure and other service occupations | 3 | 9 | 29 |
| 7 | Sales and customer service occupations | 2 | 5 | 19 |
| 8 | Process, plant and machine operatives | 2 | 9 | 39 |
| 9 | Elementary occupations | 2 | 9 | 34 |
Background
What a UK SOC 2020 code is
The Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) has nine major groups, 26 sub-major groups, 104 minor groups and 412 unit groups.[2] With each revision of the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC), in 2000, 2010 and 2020, the major (single-digit) and sub-major (two-digit) group levels have remained virtually unchanged.[2] In the Census 2021 occupation variable, the lowest level of detail available is the four-digit Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, which includes all codes at the three-, two- and one-digit levels.[4] In the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC), jobs are classified into groups according to the concepts of skill level and skill specialisation.[2] The major and sub-major groups of the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) refer to four skill levels.[2] The nine major groups of the Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) are defined by the general nature of the qualifications, training and experience their occupations call for.[2]
The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 2010 was revised to produce SOC 2020, with changes to which roles are professional or associate professional, to information technology occupations, and to unit groups made less heterogenous.[2] SOC 2010 had nine major groups, 25 sub-major groups, 90 minor groups and 369 unit groups.[2] SOC 2010 unit group 3213 Paramedics was reclassified as professional, becoming SOC 2020 unit group 2255 Paramedics.[2] Never read a SOC code without knowing which edition it comes from. (Meridian's view) Meridian publishes the Office for National Statistics' pairings of SOC 2010 unit groups with SOC 2020 ones, with their shares and base counts, beside this list as ons/soc_2010_to_2020.[5]
The International Standard Classification of Occupations 2008 (ISCO-08) is a four-level hierarchically structured classification that covers all jobs in the world.[6] ISCO-08 classifies jobs into 436 unit groups, aggregated into 130 minor groups, 43 sub-major groups and 10 major groups.[6] The Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) is based upon the same classification principles as the International Standard Classification of Occupations 2008 (ISCO-08).[7] ISCO-08 is the classification most countries use when reporting occupational statistics to the United Nations Statistics Division, and the common standard Eurostat, the Statistical Office of the European Union, adopts for reporting.[7] The divisions between the major groups of the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) reflect the aim of aligning SOC as far as possible with the International Standard Classification of Occupations 2008 (ISCO-08).[2] There is no simple mapping from SOC 2020 to ISCO-08, even at the unit group level, since many job titles in one SOC 2020 unit group are split across two or more ISCO-08 unit groups.[7] The SOC 2020 coding index, an ordered list of job titles, gives each title's SOC 2020, SOC 2010, SOC 2000 and SOC 90 unit groups, and in SOC 2020 its ISCO-08 code was added.[8] Meridian publishes the coded entries of the Office for National Statistics' coding index beside this list as ons/soc_2020_titles, each pointing at a unit group.[5] To turn UK occupation data into ISCO-08, go through job titles in the coding index rather than mapping each SOC 2020 unit group to one ISCO-08 group. (Meridian's view)
Who uses it
The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) is used for career information to labour market entrants, job matching by employment agencies and the development of government labour market policies.[3] Census 2021 classifies the main job of people aged 16 years and over, and its responses are coded to an occupation using the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 2020.[4] The coding index of the Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) lists job titles in reverse word order, so a school crossing patrol warden is found as Warden, patrol, crossing, school, under unit group 9232.[8] Every row of Meridian's table carries the code of each group above it, so a unit group rolls up to its major group with one GROUP BY.[1] Store SOC codes as text, so a code is never summed, rounded or reformatted as a number. (Meridian's view)
The US 2018 Standard Occupational Classification is a federal statistical standard that groups 867 detailed occupations into 459 broad occupations, 98 minor groups and 23 major groups.[9] Before joining a column labelled SOC to this list, check that it holds UK codes from the 2020 edition, not US codes or an earlier UK edition. (Meridian's view) Where you can, keep the job title beside its SOC code, so the data can be recoded when SOC is revised again. (Meridian's view)
What we found building it
Meridian stores each Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) code as text, in the plain digits the Office for National Statistics (ONS) uses, such as 1111.[5] Meridian's build checks that each code with its last digit dropped is a group at the level above, and fails the run if it is not.[5] Meridian's tasks column holds the tasks the Office for National Statistics (ONS) lists for a unit group as a list of strings, one item for each bulleted line of the Tasks cell in Volume 1.[1] The entry_routes column, the typical entry routes and associated qualifications of a unit group, is empty above the unit group level, where the Office for National Statistics (ONS) prints none.[1] Where a group has the same title as the group above it, its title appears twice in the description_full column, as the Office for National Statistics (ONS) prints both.[1]
Where it comes from
The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC), first introduced in 1990, is maintained by the Classification Unit of the Office for National Statistics (ONS).[2] The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has adopted a 10-year cycle for revising the UK national occupational classification, and the Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) is its third revision.[2] The Office for National Statistics (ONS) commissioned the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) and the Institute for Employment Research (IER) at the University of Warwick to help revise the Standard Occupational Classification 2010 (SOC 2010).[2] The revision of SOC 2010 to SOC 2020 drew on 11 quarters of Labour Force Survey responses, from January to March 2014 to July to September 2016, and on an economically active 1% sample of the 2011 Census for England and Wales.[2] In the revision of SOC 2010 to SOC 2020, a unit group needed an estimated minimum size of 10,000 people in the 2021 Census to be considered statistically viable.[2] In the revision of SOC 2010 to SOC 2020, the revised SOC 2020 coding index was mapped to the International Standard Classification of Occupations 2008 (ISCO-08), which showed that SOC 2010 was not consistent with ISCO-08 for shopkeepers and owners in retail and wholesale.[2]
Sources
- [1]soc_2020.datapackage.jsonMeridian's method docs
- [2]SOC 2020 Volume 1: structure and descriptions of unit groups - Office for National Statisticsdocumentation
- [3]SOC 2020 - Office for National Statisticsdocumentation
- [4]Occupation (current) variable: Census 2021documentation
- [5]README.mdMeridian's method docs
- [6]International Standard Classification of Occupations 2008 (ISCO-08): Structure, group definitions and correspondence tablesdocumentation
- [7]Classifying the Standard Occupational Classification 2020 (SOC 2020) to the International Standard Classification of Occupations (ISCO-08)documentation
- [8]SOC 2020 Volume 2: the coding index and coding rules and conventions - Office for National Statisticsdocumentation
- [9]Standard Occupational Classificationdocumentation